Ubiquisys, the developer of intelligent multi-mode small cells, and
Quortus, the company transforming core network functionality into
edge-based applications, today announced that they will demonstrate a
small-cell-based mobile PBX at Mobile World Congress. The companies will
show a Ubiquisys enterprise smart cell loaded with Quortus’ EdgeCentrix
software to create an all-mobile PBX for businesses, eliminating the
need for desk phones as well as giving operators a compelling offering
for the underserved small and medium business (SMB) segment.

The solution comprises a Ubiquisys enterprise smart cell – complete with
an integrated computing platform based on Intel® architecture – with
Quortus’ EdgeCentrix application which allows core network functionality
to be handled locally. When combined, they create a simple yet powerful
all-mobile PBX capable of handling all local voice and data requests.
Furthermore, any mobile phone will be able to access the same features
as an IP desk phone such as conference calling, call transfer, dual
ringing, find-me services and hunt-groups without installing a
downloaded client to the handset. The application is distributed and
remotely provisioned on smart cells through the Intel AppUp® SMB
Service, which is built on the Intel Hybrid Cloud software platform,
that enables service providers to deliver the benefits of cloud
computing on distributed networked devices.

For businesses, this means they can now replace their existing
fixed-line PBX and have a truly mobile workforce. With dependable 5-bar
in-building signal matching fixed lines for call quality, employees are
able to use their own mobile phone instead of their desk phone,
improving workforce productivity and user satisfaction. When making
calls, a user always dials the same number from their contact list, and
if the target user is also within the coverage area of the office smart
cell, the call is routed locally on the cell without touching the macro
network. If the target user is outside the smart cell’s range then the
call goes to the macro network as usual. This creates a seamless
experience for the end-user with the added benefit of optimal-cost
routing of calls for enterprises.

For operators and MVNOs, this represents a chance to tap in to the
enterprise market, especially the SMB segment. This flexible solution
makes the most of existing technologies, is easy to install and requires
no complex core billing system changes.

“The mobile phone has become the preferred connection for the majority
of communication. However, poor in-building mobile coverage and the lack
of the functions offered by the traditional PBX have prevented mobile
being their preferred method for the enterprise,” said Pete Keevill,
Vice President of Engineering and co-founder of Ubiquisys. “Our Smart
Cell not only ensures reliable coverage but provides the computing power
to deliver advanced functions and applications. As enterprise small cell
deployments continue to accelerate, I believe we will see mobile form
the basis of many forward-thinking companies’ communications in the not
so distant-future.”

“Operators have always faced challenges in targeting the enterprise
market and have, to date, failed to break the fixed-line monopoly,” said
Andy Odgers, CEO Quortus. “By taking network intelligence and placing it
on enterprise small cells we can now give every office its own
self-contained mobile network that provides a seamless experience for
end-users. I expect this technology will be the key to creating a truly
mobile workforce.”

Ubiquisys and Quortus will be demonstrating their joint solution at
Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on February 25–28, 2013. The
Ubiquisys meeting and demo suite is located in Hall 1 - contact mwc@ubiquisys.com
to request a meeting.

About Ubiquisys

Ubiquisys is a leader in intelligent multi-mode LTE-HSPA-WiFi small
cells, with products deployed by operators around the world.

The Ubiquisys difference is intelligence: high-availability small cells
that continuously adapt to their surroundings and dynamically interact
with their neighbours. Operators benefit from macro-level KPIs, low
operating costs and efficient use of spectrum assets, whilst mobile
users experience dependable voice and high speed data services. The
Ubiquisys small cell range includes public-access hotspots,
self-organising networks for enterprise, and modular residential small
cells designed for home device integration.

Ubiquisys has pioneered the smart cell: part small cell hotspot, part
powerful computing platform. This new class of small cell adds cloud and
core networking capabilities at the edge of the network, bringing new
services closer to mobile users. www.ubiquisys.com

About Quortus

Quortus is changing the nature of mobile networks by allowing operators
to embed full core network functionality into cost-effective software
applications deployable on small cells. These ultra-smart small cells
can be deployed in enterprises, metro hotspots and rural areas where
they act as complete mobile networks thereby drastically easing the load
on the traditional network and transforming the user experience. For the
first time advanced network features can be handled at the edge
including smart voice and data offload; session creation, switching &
handoff; traffic compression & aggregation; and edge caching & presence
information for mobile apps. The company is headquartered in the UK.